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Due to wet weather and cooler temperatures, closures and restrictions were lifted on several rivers and sections of rivers at 2 p.m. on August 23rd.

Temperatures have taken a nose dive this week and we are seeing cooler days and plenty of precipitation from the heavens. Montana FWP has lifted the “Hoot Owl” restrictions on the Upper Madison, Missouri and Stillwater rivers. There should be more restrictions loosening as cool temperatures are projected for the upcoming week.

Several angling restrictions on rivers in southwest, north-central and south-central Montana went into effect July 20, 2021 due to warming temperatures and low flows.

The restrictions include what are commonly known as “hoot owl” restrictions, which means fishing is closed from 2 p.m. to midnight each day. Some waters are under full fishing closures, which prohibit fishing at all times of day. These closures and restrictions will stay in effect until conditions improve.

Why would you choose Bozeman, Montana as a destination to fly fish?

There are many reasons to choose Bozeman, Montana as a place to base your Montana fishing trip out of. We have the biggest and busiest airport in the state. Although it doesn’t compare to O’hair or Atlanta, it is the hub for great fishing in SW Montana and the Yellowstone area. It’s easy to get in and out of without much hassle.

Fly Fishing Montana in July is prime time. It doesn't get much better than at this time. Every river we guide is an option and available to fly fish. July in Montana brings some great hatches and some of the most consistent weather.

• Incredible hatches.
• Great Scenery and weather.
• Peak dry fly fishing month.
• Our busiest month.

Bozeman Yellowstone International airport just added four more cities to its non-stop destinations. New direct flights from San Diego, Oakland, Austin and Phoenix make 25 direct flights to Bozeman, Montana to date. A few of these are seasonal, but offer the peak summer months, making it easier for anglers to travel to Bozeman, Montana during prime time fishing.

Lush green hillsides, comfortable weather and energetic guides will welcome you to Southwestern Montana. There is some great dry fly fishing to be had in the early summer month of June. Here are some of the bullet points for fly fishing in Montana during the various weeks in June:

• Fishing around run off
• PMD's on the Missouri
• Salmonfly hatch starting around the Bozeman area rivers

• Featured Rivers: The Madison, Yellowstone and Gallatin Rivers.
• Full service airport.
• Lots of lodging choices.
• Great dining options.
• Close proximity to Yellowstone National Park.

Do you want to learn to fly fish in Montana? We specialize in fly fishing with everyone's skill level. Beginners, novice or expert anglers are all welcome.

• Have you never fly fished before? We can teach you.
• Has it been years since you picked up a fly rod? We can help you brush off the rust.
• Are you feeling overwhelmed about fishing our big western rivers? We can help with that.
• Do you fish your local waters all the time, but never fly fished Montana? We are the experts on our local waters.

Fly fishing in Southwestern Montana in the winter can be quite productive if you understand more about how to fish at this time of year. Many of the techniques used in the warmer summertime months do not apply and you must change your game to have success in the winter months.

HELENA – The rules regulating recreation use on the Madison River will be official on Dec. 24, even though nearly all of the rules, as adopted by the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, won’t be implemented until 2022.